Yew 'Hicks'

The Hicks Yew (Taxus x media 'Hicksii') is a versatile, upright evergreen shrub that’s widely favored for creating elegant hedges, privacy screens, or accents in any garden. Known for its dense, dark green foliage and graceful, columnar form, this Hicks yew shrub offers year-round beauty and is adaptable to various light conditions, making it an ideal choice for homeowners and landscapers seeking a low-maintenance yet attractive plant.

Why Choose Hicks Yew?

1. Perfect for Privacy Screens: With its upright growth habit, Hicks Yew is an excellent choice for hedges and privacy screens, providing a dense, evergreen barrier.
2. Elegant and Adaptable: This shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade and maintains a rich green color all year, even in colder climates.
3. Low-Maintenance and Hardy: Known for its hardiness, Taxus Hicksii is easy to grow and maintain, tolerating a range of soil types and conditions.

Other Names for Hicks Yew

• Taxus Hicksii
• Taxus x Media Hicksii
• Upright Yew Hedge
• Hicks Yew Shrub

These names help clarify this specific Hicks Yew variety, ideal for landscaping and hedging.

Practical Considerations

The Hicks Yew is a highly adaptable evergreen that performs well in both sunny and shaded areas, and it can handle various soil types. Pair it with other evergreens like or selections from our for a layered, year-round privacy screen.

Specifications:

• Name: Hicks Yew (Taxus x media 'Hicksii')
• Grow Zone: 4 to 7
• Growth Speed: Moderate
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Average Full-Grown Height: 10 to 12 feet
• Average Full-Grown Width: 3 to 4 feet
• Deciduous or Evergreen: Evergreen

Estimated Size

Your Hicks Yew shrub will arrive ready to establish in your garden, growing into a dense, tall hedge or privacy screen over the next several years.

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